art specs

Artboard: art-board size MUST be the same as stated in the product information or provided quote

Safe Area: all text and important art must be 3mm from the edge

Format :
- Files must be in pdf format - using PDF-X1A to flattern any transparency etc
- If more than 1 side, or print finishing is required: Supply on a multipage .pdf in a single file
page 1 = front print,
page 2 = front finishing (IF RELEVANT),
page 3 = back print ,
page 4 = back finishing (IF RELEVANT)
* If more than one finishing option is required on one side an additional page is needed.
* If finishing option is NOT required, page is NOT needed.
* It is helpfull to name the page out side trim marks for reference.

Fold & Score : DO NOT Overlay the folding in the artwork. Mark 3mm OUTSIDE the trim, and export with
10mm bleed.

Safe Area : text (and important elements) should always be within 3mm of the trim line

Fonts : All fonts must be converted to 'outlines', or 'curves'

Non Print ready files:
If sending through a non print ready file, please ensure we can open it by include any media / fonts.
This is easily done in InDesign by: File / Package

Finishing Requirements

Hot foil stamping

Only 400gsm textures stock or 350gsm with matt laminate is used for hot foil stamping.
Foil doesn’t adhere well to gloss so we don't offer it.

Minimum stroke weight is 0.6pt.

Thinnest art is 0.25mm.

Gap between art needs to be 0.3mm.

The foil process is subject to movement up to 0.5mm.

Generally 10pt font size is okay font size for foiling.

Embossing

You can have embossing on one side and debossing on the other side,
You cannot have embossing on 2 sides.

Minimum stroke weight is 0.6pt.

Thinnest art is 0.25mm.

Gap between art needs to be 0.3mm.

The embossing process is subject to movement up to 0.5mm.

Generally 10pt font size is okay font size for foiling.

Visually it doesn’t look as effective when colour is printed on the same area, where as blind embossing
appears more prominent.

Debossing

400gsm uncoated only:
The chosen side will be indented (pushed in) but the other side will not be raised
(pushed out), a slight mark may be visible on the opposite side from the pressure.

Minimum stroke weight is 0.6pt.

Thinnest art is 0.25mm.

Gap between art needs to be 0.3mm.

The debossing process is subject to movement up to 0.5mm.

Generally 10pt font size is okay font size for foiling.

Visually it doesn’t look as effective when colour is printed on the same area, where as blind debossing
appears more prominent.

Spot UV

Only available on matt laminate

Thinnest line for spot UV is 0.25mm thick

Metallic printing

Spot colours: PMS: 871 gold PMS: 877 Silver

Artwork size
File requirements: note: art-board size MUST be the same as stated in the product information or provided quote

How to check if PDF is ready?
Use acrobat pro: Advanced tab / Print Production / Output preview note: if you don't have acrobat pro, you cannot supply print ready files.

Check your .PDF does not Contain Fonts:

Go to File / Properties

Go to "Fonts" Tab

IF you see Fonts listed (as above image) then the file contains fonts and have not been converted to outlines.
This means the file is NOT PRINT READY

Check Colour method used:

Pantone printing Check note: there should be NO Process/ CMYK colours.

The following is INCORRECT for Pantone printing.

Who are we?
Print Promotion is a division of Arcane Media based in Brisbane, Queensland. We are a premium design and printing
consultancy that specialises in creating or enhancing your visual corporate image.
Our skilled team of seasoned graphic designers have the experience and marketing insight to ensure your image will
effectively relate to your target demographic.
We have an Australia-wide client base, servicing: hospitality and tourism; professional services; construction and trade; media; mining; recruitment; automotive; defence and the health business sectors.
Contact us today to discuss your next design or print project.